What is vulvulitis?

➢ One of the most common causes of vulvitis is reactive inflammation in response to an exogenous stimulus, which may be an irritant (contact irritant dermatitis) or an allergen (contact allergic dermatitis). ➢ Scratching-induced trauma secondary to associated intense "itching” (pruritus) often exacerbates the primary condition. ➢ Contact irritant eczematous dermatitis manifests as well defined erythematous weeping and crusting papules and plaques and may be a reaction to urine, soaps, detergents, antiseptics, deodorants, or alcohol. ➢ Allergic dermatitis has a similar clinical appearance and may result from allergy to perfumes; additives in creams, lotions, and soaps; chemical treatments on clothing; and other antigens. ➢ It may also bi caused by infections